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Organizer
Organizer
Organizer: Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network
Phone: +1 8555192876
Contact Person: Edward Kuo
Email: ekuo@cvsn.org
Event Details
Event Details
The Summit is the association's premier event focused on strategy and networking. This event is packed full of both business and social opportunities allowing attendees to learn from each other.
The Summit always includes a strong speaker lineup focused on CVSN's Four Pillars. Additionally, member suppliers conduct 45-minute presentations/discussions known as Private Strategic Planning (PSP) Sessions, focused on executive level initiatives with their key current and potential distribution partners. And new to this year will be 9 "Reverse" PSP Sessions, allowing member distributors to host similar meetings with their key supplier partners.
Also at the Summit, CVSN presents the annual President's Award, which recognizes those individuals who have contributed greatly to the Commercial Vehicle aftermarket as well as the GenNext "4 Under 40" Award, honoring four outstanding individuals under 40 making their marks in the industry. And not to missed is the industry's annual "John Bzeta Children's" charity auction, held on the final night of the event with proceeds going to a local children's hospital.
The Summit provides the independent commercial vehicle distribution chain a great event to meet and develop strong business relationships at the highest levels of each organization that keep the industry strong. Even the social events are designed to create as many "collisions of minds" as possible, allowing each attendee their own opportunities to find and build their personal networks.
Hotel: Renaissance Boston Waterfront
Event Room Block: https://book.passkey.com/go/CVSN2023
Agenda
Agenda
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Event Registration - Third Floor
Event Registration - Third Floor
Business Attendee ActivitiesGet your event materials during this time and meet the CVSN event staff, who will be ready to answer any and all questions about the Summit and the Boston area.5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Welcome Reception - Clubhouse
Welcome Reception - Clubhouse
Business Attendee ActivitiesCasual opening reception welcoming all attendees to Boston.6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Dinner on your own
Dinner on your own
Business Attendee ActivitiesContact CVSN staff if you wish to be paired with other attendees.9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Sunday Fun Run/Walk - Meet In Lobby
Sunday Fun Run/Walk - Meet In Lobby
Business Attendee ActivitiesJoin a group of industry friends on a loosely-organized jaunt around the Boston Harborside neighborhood. Choose your own pace and distance! (Weather permitting)11:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Event Registration - Third Floor
Event Registration - Third Floor
Business Attendee ActivitiesGet your event materials during this time and meet the CVSN event staff, who will be ready to answer any and all questions about the Summit and the Boston area.6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Opening Reception - Clubhouse
Opening Reception - Clubhouse
Business Attendee ActivitiesHave some great food and beverages with the full group of attendees at the hotel during this reception and dinner.7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Dinner - Pacific D-E
Dinner - Pacific D-E
Business Attendee Activities11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Sunday Lunch Bunch - Clubhouse
Sunday Lunch Bunch - Clubhouse
Sunday Afternoon Activities - Trolley Tour (+$150)Join the participants of all Sunday Afternoon Activities for lunch together, prior to departing the hotel.1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Boston Trolley Tour
Boston Trolley Tour
Sunday Afternoon Activities - Trolley Tour (+$150)Your group will enjoy this city tour on an open-air trolley while learning about the rich history of Boston and the landmarks that complete the city’s landscape. Some landmarks along the way may include:
New England Aquarium/Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Historic North End-Paul Revere House/USS Constitution/Charlestown Navy Yard
Fleet Center/North Station
Old State House/Quincy Market
Fenway Park
Boston Common/Massachusetts State House
Cambridge/M.I.T/Harvard<...Your group will enjoy this city tour on an open-air trolley while learning about the rich history of Boston and the landmarks that complete the city’s landscape. Some landmarks along the way may include:view more
New England Aquarium/Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Historic North End-Paul Revere House/USS Constitution/Charlestown Navy Yard
Fleet Center/North Station
Old State House/Quincy Market
Fenway Park
Boston Common/Massachusetts State House
Cambridge/M.I.T/Harvard
Charles Street Meeting House/Antique Row
Back Bay/Copley Square/Newbury Street/Theatre District/Chinatown11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Sunday Lunch Bunch - Clubhouse
Sunday Lunch Bunch - Clubhouse
Sunday Afternoon Activities - Boston Tea Party & Museum (+$145)Join the participants of all Sunday Afternoon Activities for lunch together, prior to departing the hotel.1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Boston Tea Party & Museum
Boston Tea Party & Museum
Sunday Afternoon Activities - Boston Tea Party & Museum (+$145)WALK THROUGH THE EVENT THAT STARTED A REVOLUTION
At the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, your group will encounter iconic figures involved in the American Revolution. Your guided tour experience will be led by one of our costumed historical interpreters covering the lead up to the Boston Tea Party and the revolution. Along the way, your guide will introduce the group to other historic characters and learn about their involvement. Meet Sam Adams in the Town Meeting Room and venture dow...WALK THROUGH THE EVENT THAT STARTED A REVOLUTIONview more
At the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, your group will encounter iconic figures involved in the American Revolution. Your guided tour experience will be led by one of our costumed historical interpreters covering the lead up to the Boston Tea Party and the revolution. Along the way, your guide will introduce the group to other historic characters and learn about their involvement. Meet Sam Adams in the Town Meeting Room and venture down to Griffin’s Wharf to see the replica Tea Ship. After the group has explored the ship, it’s time for a stroll through the museum to see the consequences of the Boston Tea Party.11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Sunday Lunch Bunch - Clubhouse
Sunday Lunch Bunch - Clubhouse
Sunday Afternoon Activities - Fenway Park / Harpoon Brewery (+$160)Join the participants of all Sunday Afternoon Activities for lunch together, prior to departing the hotel.12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Fenway Park Tour
Fenway Park Tour
Sunday Afternoon Activities - Fenway Park / Harpoon Brewery (+$160)Get an insider's look on this tour of Fenway Park! Your guests will make their way to the world-famous Fenway Park stadium in Boston! After introductions, your group will walk with their professional tour guide around Fenway Park to discover the sites where famous games have been won and lost. As well as behind-the-scenes sites such as the press box and broadcast booth, see iconic features of the stadium, like Pesky’s Pole, Fenway Park’s right-field foul pole. Standing just 302 feet (92 meters) ...Get an insider's look on this tour of Fenway Park! Your guests will make their way to the world-famous Fenway Park stadium in Boston! After introductions, your group will walk with their professional tour guide around Fenway Park to discover the sites where famous games have been won and lost. As well as behind-the-scenes sites such as the press box and broadcast booth, see iconic features of the stadium, like Pesky’s Pole, Fenway Park’s right-field foul pole. Standing just 302 feet (92 meters) from the home plate, which is the shortest outfield distance in Major League Baseball fields, the pole is named after Johnny Pesky who played for Red Sox over a decade-long period. See the towering left- field wall known as the Green Monster, and hear how it’s become a popular target for baseball’s right-handed hitters. The wall is one of the highest in Major League Baseball fields, making it legendary for preventing home runs and line drives.view more1:45 PM - 2:45 PM
Harpoon Brewery
Harpoon Brewery
Sunday Afternoon Activities - Fenway Park / Harpoon Brewery (+$160)What better way to relax after an afternoon at Fenway Park then with Boston’s favorite beer from Harpoon Brewery. Enjoy access to the semi-private beer room with your choice of beers and a sweet or savory house made pretzel! Watch the hustle and bustle of the main beer hall and enjoy this cherished spot. Harpoon is right around the corner from the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel so take a nice stroll back and see the beautiful Seaport district.7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Opening Session/Breakfast/Speakers - Pacific D-E
Opening Session/Breakfast/Speakers - Pacific D-E
Business Attendee ActivitiesIncludes:
- Introduction
- President's Award winners
- Industry Awareness:
Speaker: Mark Hazel (S&P Global)
Speaker: Molly Zacker (MacKay & Company)
-Technology:
Speaker: -Alan Timothy - Bubo.AI10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
PSP Sessions #1
PSP Sessions #1
Business Attendee Activities4 PSPs running concurrently
(3 Supplier-Led, 1 Distributor-Led)11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
PSP Sessions #2
PSP Sessions #2
Business Attendee Activities4 PSPs running concurrently
(3 Supplier-Led, 1 Distributor-Led)12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Business Lunch - Pacific D-E
Business Lunch - Pacific D-E
Business Attendee Activities1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Speakers: Pillar Presentations - Pacific D-E
Speakers: Pillar Presentations - Pacific D-E
Business Attendee ActivitiesLegislative:
Speaker: Tommy Hickey – Lobbyist, Right to Repair
Speaker: Alana Baker – Senior Director of Government Relations, AIA Canada2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
PSP Sessions #3
PSP Sessions #3
Business Attendee Activities4 PSPs running concurrently
(3 Supplier-Led, 1 Distributor-Led)3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
PSP Sessions #4
PSP Sessions #4
Business Attendee Activities4 PSPs running concurrently
(3 Supplier-Led, 1 Distributor-Led)5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Monday Happy Hour Reception - Clubhouse
Monday Happy Hour Reception - Clubhouse
Business Attendee ActivitiesEvening gathering featuring a guided beer tasting with a local brewery, prior to dinner (on your own). Please contact CVSN staff if you'd like to be connected with other attendees for dinner.1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Guest / Family Outing: Duck Tour & Modern Pastry Cannoli Making Demo - Meet In Lobby
Guest / Family Outing: Duck Tour & Modern Pastry Cannoli Making Demo - Meet In Lobby
Guest / Family ActivitiesBOSTON BY LAND AND SEA-DUCK BOAT TOUR
Your group will enjoy one of Boston’s most unique tour experiences on the famous Duck boats! These beautiful, multi-colored, World War II amphibious vehicles navigate the streets of Boston as well as the currents of the Charles River. Your Duck traverses past historic sites including the State House, Boston Common, Government Center, Newbury Street and so much more! Then, it’s into the Charles River you go for breathtaking views of the Boston and ...BOSTON BY LAND AND SEA-DUCK BOAT TOURview more
Your group will enjoy one of Boston’s most unique tour experiences on the famous Duck boats! These beautiful, multi-colored, World War II amphibious vehicles navigate the streets of Boston as well as the currents of the Charles River. Your Duck traverses past historic sites including the State House, Boston Common, Government Center, Newbury Street and so much more! Then, it’s into the Charles River you go for breathtaking views of the Boston and Cambridge skylines; unique vistas you can’t get anywhere else! Each conDUCKtor is a unique character in costume, bringing to you Boston’s history laced with lore and legends.
ESPRESSO MARTINI & CANNOLI MAKING DEMO-MODERN PASTRY
Enjoy Boston’s favorite Modern Pastry...underground! This secret spot below Modern Pastry with pub style food and atmosphere is the perfect hideaway for an evening event with your team. Enjoy a casual evening of espresso martini and cannoli making with the chef behind the pastry magic. Watch cannoli's be filled fresh right Infront of you and your guests and learn the perfect ratios for an espresso martini! Add on some savory bites and snacks to kick back and relax after your demo.7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Tuesday Breakfast - Pacific D-E
Tuesday Breakfast - Pacific D-E
Business Attendee ActivitiesGet your Tuesday off to a great start with a fun group breakfast.8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Speakers: Pillar Presentations- Pacific D-E
Speakers: Pillar Presentations- Pacific D-E
Business Attendee ActivitiesEDUCATION:
Speaker - Dan Schuberth, NAW9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
PSP Session #5
PSP Session #5
Business Attendee Activities4 PSPs running concurrently
(3 Supplier-Led, 1 Distributor-Led)10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
PSP Sessions #6
PSP Sessions #6
Business Attendee Activities4 PSPs running concurrently
(3 Supplier-Led, 1 Distributor-Led)11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
PSP Sessions #7
PSP Sessions #7
Business Attendee Activities4 PSPs running concurrently
(3 Supplier-Led, 1 Distributor-Led)12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Tuesday Lunch - Pacific D-E
Tuesday Lunch - Pacific D-E
Business Attendee ActivitiesGenNext 4 Under 40 Awards Presentation
GENNEXT:
Speaker - Panel of "4 under 40"1:45 PM - 2:30 PM
All Members Business Meeting - Pacific D-E
All Members Business Meeting - Pacific D-E
Business Attendee ActivitiesQuorum required for this official annual business meeting for CVSN. For all members (Distributors, Suppliers, and Business Services Providers)2:45 PM - 3:30 PM
PSP Sessions #8
PSP Sessions #8
Business Attendee Activities4 PSPs running concurrently
(3 Supplier-Led, 1 Distributor-Led)3:45 PM - 4:30 PM
PSP Sessions #9
PSP Sessions #9
Business Attendee Activities4 PSPs running concurrently
(3 Supplier-Led, 1 Distributor-Led)6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Closing Reception - Clubhouse
Closing Reception - Clubhouse
Business Attendee Activities7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Closing Dinner and John Bzeta Memorial Auction
Closing Dinner and John Bzeta Memorial Auction
Business Attendee Activities3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Master Tea Blender - Clubhouse
Master Tea Blender - Clubhouse
Attendee and Guest Activity7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
(CVSN Board Only) Board Wrap-Up Breakfast
(CVSN Board Only) Board Wrap-Up Breakfast
Business Attendee Activities
Speakers
Speakers
Sponsors and Partners
Sponsors and Partners
Organizer
President's Club
Platinum
Gold
Silver
Bronze
Tickets
Tickets
Distributor - Primary Delegate
First business attendee from a Distributor member company.
Member Price $600
Distributor - Additional Delegate
Additional business attendees from a Distributor member company.
Member Price $600
Guest / Family member
Any additional guest not participating in business sessions, but attending social and food events. Includes the Monday Duck Tour and Pastries event.
$375
Supplier / Business Services Provider - Primary Delegate
First business attendee from a Supplier or Business Services Provider member company.
Member Price $600
Supplier / Business Services Provider - Additional Delegate
Additional business attendees from a Supplier or Business Services Provider member company.
Member Price $600
Sunday Social Activity: Boston Tea Party & Museum
Private Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Tour Includes hotel pickup and drop off, tour guide, admissions, tax & gratuity and lunch before the tour.
$145
Sunday Social Activity - Boston Trolley Tour
Private Narrated Trolley Charter driving by 100 points of interest, historic sights and attractions. Includes all taxes, gratuities and fees and lunch before the tour.
$150
Sunday Social Activity: Fenway Park and Harpoon Brewery
Includes tour guide, all taxes, gratuities and fees followed by a semi private room Hang Out at the Harpoon Brewery with (3) house beer drafts per person plus homemade pretzels, and lunch before the tour.
$160
PSP Session Host - Supplier
Add this ticket if you would like to host a 45-minute Private Strategic Planning (PSP) focused on communicating your company's latest strategic initiatives and plans to a small group of distributors members (numbers will vary). There is no cost to host a meeting, but is only available for supplier sponsors of CVSN on a first-come basis.
For more information, contact CVSN directly to discuss options.
Member Price $1
PSP Session Host - Distributor
Add this ticket if you would like to host a 45-minute Private Strategic Planning (PSP) focused on communicating your company's latest strategic initiatives and plans to a small group of supplier members (numbers will vary). There is no cost to host a meeting, but there are only a limited number available on a first-come basis.
For more information, contact CVSN directly to discuss options.
Member Price $1
"CVSN Clubhouse" Table Top
New to The Summit will be the CVSN "Clubhouse" - a coffee-shop style lounge area open throughout the conference where all of our members will be able to meet and share ideas with their peers and business partners. This is an ideal meeting spot for those "off the book" conversations.
Focused primarily for BSP's and suppliers who are not hosting PSP's, these table top displays in the Clubhouse are designed for product demonstrations, literature and conversations. There will be a limited number of table tops available for the conference.
Member Price $1,500
"CVSN Clubhouse" Table Top - Sponsor Discounted Price
(For Suppliers and Business Services Provider members who are CVSN sponsors.)
New to The Summit will be the CVSN "Clubhouse" - a coffee-shop style lounge area open throughout the conference where all of our members will be able to meet and share ideas with their peers and business partners. This is an ideal meeting spot for those "off the book" conversations.
Focused primarily for BSP's and suppliers who are not hosting PSP's, these table top displays in the Clubhouse are designed for product demonstrations, literature and conversations. There will be a limited number of table tops available for the conference.
Member Price $1,000